In celebration of the traditional Burns' Night, this January 23rd, Palazzo de Piro presents Celtic Connections, a multinational ensemble of 10 musicians and 6 dancers.
In keeping with the theme of the night typical Scottish fare and beverages will be available to order.

For the first time, this intrepid band of 6 early-morning painters will show their art to the public. In collaboration with Infinitely Xara, the exhibition will be held at Palazzo De Piro, for four weeks from 4th December 2015 to 4th January 2016. Over 30 never-before-exhibited paintings in the plein-air tradition will be...

From The Times of Malta:
The fifth edition of Pink magazine’s catwalk show – an established date on the local fashion calendar – was held in Mdina yesterday, bringing together the arts in the elegant ambience of the 17th-century Palazzo de Piro.
A Times of Malta event, the Pink Fashion Show was this season organised in collaboration with Infinitely Xara.

Under the artistic direction of Deborah Mc Namara, Estudio di Danza bring Spain to Palazzo de Piro in an unmissable evening dedicated to Iberian traditions - from the music, to the cuisine through the unmissable traditional sangria.

Saz Mifsud’s first solo exhibition is a young artist’s take on the vivid colour and movement of Maltese scenery, from luzzijiet (traditional brightly painted fishing boats) to the ubiquitous gallariji (enclosed wooden balconies) found all over the island.

As part of the Jazz on the Fringe Programme in conjunction with the 25th edition of the Malta Jazz Festival, Sandro Zerafa, Fred Pasqua, Matyas Szandai and Joe Debono will perform at Palazzo de Piro on Wednesday 15th of July at 8.30pm.

The United States Air Forces in Europe Band, ‘The Ambassadors’, in collaboration with the United States Embassy in Malta will be performing live during a jazz evening on 30th June at Palazzo de Piro at 8:30pm.

A bespoke gastronomic wine dinner complete with a pre-dinner aperitivo, featuring wines from our special guest winery for the evening - Benanti, a boutique winery which has a lot to tell about the efforts and determination to craft wines that speak the dialect of the Mount Etna region in Sicily, or so says Agatino Failla from...

Mondovino is an International Wine Festival and first of its kind to be held at Palazzo de Piro.

For the price of €25 patrons can avail themselves of free flowing wines from bars spread throughout Palazzo de Piro each serving a selection of Foreign and Local premium wines. Tickets for this event...

The Malta Artisan Market, often described as Malta’s authentic local market, enjoys a tremendous reputation for offering the opportunity to buy locally produced, high quality, affordable products direct from carefully selected artists, craftspeople and food producers while positioning the fairs in beautiful historic or architecturally interesting locations around the island.

Philip Briel was raised on a sugar farm in a remote area of Northern KwaZulu Natal and graduated in architecture from the University of Cape Town. He holds an M.Sc. in Sustainable Urban Development from the University of Oxford.

Danish artist Rune Bo Jakobsen (B. 1975) has studied, worked and tutored workshops in Denmark, Arizona, Italy, Finland, Greece, Mexico and Malta. In his paintings Jakobsen expresses the colours hidden within the shadows, and portrays the emotions embedded within a space.

As part of the 24th edition of the Malta Jazz Festival, from the 17th to the 19th of July in the open-air setting of Ta’ Liesse, Jiji and Sandro Zerafa, both residing in France, will perform at Jazz On The Fringe Programme at Palazzo de Piro on Monday 14th of July at 8.30pm.
Sandro and Jiji, who both reside in Paris...

This year The Medieval Mdina Festival is being held on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th May. As part of this Festival, Infinitely Xara is proud to present ‘Legends from the Middle Ages’, a Storytelling Event for Children.

The Writers Club and Euro Media Forum present Game of Thrones: Books vs TV series - Does the TV series do justice to the books? Presentation and Discussion at Palazzo de Piro, Mdina on Sunday 30th March at 2 p.m.

Euro Media Forum, Institute for Maltese Journalists, Palazzo de Piro present ‘Journalism in Film: Presentation and Discussion on David Frost’s timeless legacy event at Palazzo de Piro on Sunday March 9th at 2 p.m. Former Newspaper publisher and media consultant Tom Welch will delve into how David Frost became the most distinguished TV inquisitor of his generation, interviewing the...

Carmel Bonello was born in Siggiewi, Malta in 1960. He is an ardent expressionist of great strength and bold impact. His dynamic energy, which is constantly seeking new vents, could be the basis of his individuality, his personal art and style. Carmel Bonello believes in mood, his spontaneity captures the fleeting moment and galvanizes each instance into permanent and concrete...

Documentary is a collection of ten three dimensional works in thick water colour paper cut outs. Originally conceived in the mid sixties, this was one of many projects which have been abandoned for a lapse of over four decades

Like most artists, Mariorick Mifsud feels a need to communicate pictorially rather than with words. Although he tries to push the limits of realism in a black and white medium, his primary goal is more than imitating reality. He uses the technical skills he has developed to tell a story or evoke an emotion.

Euro Media Forum, Palazzo de Piro present a Thor Film Presentation and discussion at Palazzo de Piro, Mdina on Sunday October 27th at 2.30 p.m. This event coincides with the special screening of Thor: The Dark World at Eden Cinemas on Wednesday 30th October.

Speaker Peter Mann, along with moderator Justin Camilleri, will be exploring the legacy and impact of Steven Spielberg’s 1970s’ timeless thriller. From that classic tagline: Just when you thought it was safe to get back into the water, to that mysterious fin, Jaws devoured his way into movie history, not only sweeping away others that were ruling the box office...

This August 15th, Palazzo de Piro proudly presents Sandro Zerafa, Charles City Gatt and Oliver Degabriele in Concert - their last gig together before Sandro and Oliver head back up to the sun-bereft skies of northern Europe.

EVENT FULLY SOLD OUT. Spanish Flamenco is a passionate and emotional dance – a dance characterized by clapping, stamping feet, a dance inspired by gypsies’ dances and which is highly associated with the Southern Spain. An event featuring flamenco dance - Flamenco – Una Forma de Vivir! will take place on Tuesday 30th July 2013 at 8:30pm at Palazzo de...

The “Veipo Flute Choir” originated from director Verio Sirignano’s passion for chamber music. The idea became reality in 2007 with the project “L’Orchestra di flauti” which he developed in the Conservatoire of Vibo Valentia, Italy, where he has been professor of flute for over 30 years. The flute choir was initially made up of present and former students of the...

As part of the Malta Fringe Jazz Festival, Nadine Axisa and band will be playing at Palazzo de Piro on Wednesday 17th July which is the eve of the Malta Jazz Festival. The event will follow the opening of Sergio Muscat’s jazz photography exhibition on the same evening.

Sergio Muscat is an award winning artist working mostly within the photographic medium. His work is instinctive, sensitive and contemplative, focusing on a reality that is continuously changing through the evolution of nature and the intervention of mankind.

Maltese born trumpet player and composer Alex Bezzina is inviting pianist Jonathan Spiteri, double bass player Eric Wedge and vocalist/percusionist Daniel Cauchi to join him for a 'reunion' concert in the courtyard of the 17th century Palazzo on July 16th at 20:00.

Euro Media Forum, in collaboration with Institute for Maltese Journalists, present ‘Journalism and politics in Films: Presentation and Discussion on All the President’s Men’s Timeless Legacy’ event at Palazzo Depiro on Monday July 1st at 7 p.m.

Barocco Foundation is organizing a concert to celebrate the magnificent musical works of the Italian Baroque composer Antonio Vivaldi. The Kalypso String Quartet will be performing some of the exuberant and sparkling music of the celebrated composer on the 25 of June at 8pm at the splendid Palazzo de Piro in Mdina.

Celebrate Father's day in the stunning setting of the outdoor terrace at Palazzo de Piro, where, in addition to our standard a la carte menu, our Chef de Cuisine has crafted an optional set menu especially for the day!

Euro Media Forum, in collaboration with Palazzo Depiro, present ‘An Evening With Hitchcock’ event at Palazzo Depiro on Wednesday May 29th at 7 p.m. Alfred Hitchcock, known as the ‘Master of Suspense’, is deemed by many as the most renowned English film director of the 20th century. In a career spanning six decades, Hitchcock has directed more than fifty feature...

Established nearly 20 years ago, The Orlando Singers enjoy a well-deserved reputation for the excellence of its singing which stretches from Westminster Abbey to the Kasbah Museum in Tangiers.In addition to giving classical concerts across the south west of England in cathedrals, churches and concert halls, the choir has broadcast twice on BBC Radio 2 and appeared in 2...

We get to celebrate Mother's dedication, work and affection only once a year - and we can help you make sure the occassion is truly special. This Mother's Day, our award-winning kitchen team presents a specially-crafted set menu or you may indulge in our regular a la carte menu and sumptuous cakes.

Born in 1964, Véronique Volle spent an idyllic childhood close to nature amidst the regions of the Loire, the Rhône and L’Ain. With crayons at hand she often wandered through the countryside imbibing the colours of different seasons as they came along. After meeting L’Bohème, a painter from Luberon, who introduced her to oil painting and became her mentor, she...

In conjunction with the Medieval Mdina celebrations this April, our award winning kitchen team has crafted a special menu just for the occasion. While you're enjoying this year's festival, crown your weekend by visiting Palazzo de Piro Roof Terrace or Upstairs Dining Rooms

One of Malta’s foremost classical guitarist Evan Plumpton and flautist Fiorella Camilleri are presenting a programme of exciting rhythms and sensual Latin inspired music. The exciting flute and guitar performance in the Sala Grande of Palazzo de Piro will highlight the fabulous works of the Argentinean tango composer Astor Piazzolla.

To celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the 24th International Eucharistic Congress held in Malta, the Cathedral Chapter will be hosting a unique exhibition of articles associated with the administration and veneration of the Holy Eucharist at Palazzo de Piro

What happens when a maidservant falls in love with her master? Surely nothing much, particularly in the class-dominated eighteenth century. But Giovanni Battista Pergolesi finds that the subject matter can be charming and above all funnily entertaining.La Serva Padrona, a comic opera recounts how Umberto, the impatient master realises that he is falling head over heels for Serpina, his...

Camouflage, Revolution, and Desire with the subtitle ‘drawing from movies’, is a book art project by two visual artists Ruth Bianco (Malta) and Richard Davies (UK), exploring ‘collage upon collage upon collage’ through self-publication.

Maltese and British Flautists join forces to form a unique quintet of flutes. Lead by the international and distinguished flautist Andrea Kuypers and Maltese foremost flautist Silvio Zammit, the Quintet of flutes will be giving a sparkling performance at Palazzo de Piro, Mdina on Tuesday, 2 April 2013 at 8pm.

Malta Art Events in collaboration with The Metropolitan Chapter and Infinitely Xara and under the patronage of the Consulate General of the Czech Republic in Malta present Mozart's Requiem in the impressive Mdina Cathedral on Wednesday 13th March, followed by a reception will be held after at Palazzo de Piro in Mdina with an ensemble playing more of Mozart’s music.

To honour International Women’s Day on the 8th March, The Cathedral Chapter will be launching an all-female art exhibition at The Cathedral Museum in Palazzo de Piro. Entitled ‘7 Lady Artists’ this collection of paintings, sculptures and ceramics by Victoria Agius, Ruth Bianco, Jeni Caruana, Zell Osborne, Elsa Romei, Dorissa Vella and Maris Zammit, will be open to the public...

Masks will be mandatory, guests will be incognito, and intrigue will be inevitable when Palazzo de Piro hosts a Masked Carnival Ball. A thrilling and extravagant Carnival atmosphere will be guaranteed : a string quartet will perform classical dance music such as waltzes and polkas, as well as baroque music by Vivaldi and other surprises!

Treat yourself to a Lavish Grand Buffet at Palazzo de Piro after the Christmas Eve High Mass at the Mdina Cathedral Church. Mulled Wine, Juices, a large selection of Charcuteries, Smoked Fish, Seasonal Fruits, Cheeses, Omelettes, Pastries and much more will be available for all.

Simon Schembri, internationally acclaimed Maltese musician now based in France, returns to Malta for a unique solo recital of classical guitar followed by a cocktail reception at Palazzo de Piro on Saturday 8th December at 8pm.

A concert welcomes the festive and much-beloved season of Christmas at Palazzo de Piro Cultural Centre for a first Christmas Concert at the magnificent Palazzo. The Christmas Concert will feature a wonderful trio: Marita Bezzina (soprano), Gilmour Peplow (cello) and Anne Marie Camilleri Podesta` (harp).

Palazzo de Piro will be presenting a selection of paintings by Anna Nightingale, Andrew Micallef, Antoine P.Camilleri and Svetlana Dragojevic. Part of a collection SO Galerie has put together over the years, these works all depict in their own fashion, the Mediterranean landscape of our islands.

On Wednesday 14th November 2012 at 8pm, Animae String Quartet will be celebrating one of the greatest composers in the world, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, for a fantastic recital at Palazzo de Piro Cultural Centre in Mdina.

Maltese guitarist Mark Rapa and Turkish percussionist Arda Baykurt bring their own unique attributes to this duo, creating expressive melodies and intricate, captivating rhythms. Their performance will consist of an almost equal mixture of original songs and cover versions from varying genres.

Claudia Gauci's first collection of poems, Sekonda Qabel Tqum is a bilingual (Maltese and English) set of poems which will be launched on 17th October 2012. The book can be purchased both at the event and after in the main bookshops.

Following the success of the fine art photography exhibition 'A Few Seconds of Light' by Maltese photographer Alex Attard, Palazzo de Piro is inviting the artist to present a selection of the acclaimed collection in its premises. The collection of limited edition, fine art prints forms part of an ongoing project inspired by, and in recognition of, architects, architecture and the...

Santiago Castrogiovanni , Spanish Flamenco guitarist and three brilliant dancers of Alegria Dance Company (namely Ingrid Sciberras, AnaMaria Espinosa and Estelle Sant) will perform and dance to flamenco music – a journey of passion, joy and stamping feet synonymous to the southern part of Spain!The performance will take the audience across the exiting world of this Gypsy dance as they...

Acclaimed Maltese trumpet player and composer Alex Bezzina is inviting pianist Joe Debono and double bass player Lawrie Simpson to join him on a jazz session in the courtyard of the 17th century Palazzo.

Marquis Nicholas de Piro delivers, from an insider's point of view, a wealth of anecdotal and detailed historical information surrounding the long and fabulous tradition of counting prayers and rosaries on these Maltese islands.

Andrew Alamango (oud) and Michael Galea (percussion) and versatile singer Maria Pia Meli, three Maltese musicians from the band Hamam, will perform an eclectic mix of Turkish music with a mediterranean flavour on Monday 23rd July 2012 at 8pm.

The Maltese pjazza; this is where distant traders sold their goods, where laws where 'cried' out and where troops rallied for the defence of the island. It's heritage is inextricably linked to open markets and military processions, to protest gathering and public executions, as well as to fireworks and regal pageantry. It can be said that the history of the...

The Malta Arts Festival 2012, organised by the Malta Council for Culture and the Arts, has an extensive programme of excellent artistic events including music, theatre, dance and a visual arts exhibition. This year again, top performers of international repute are invited to present events of the highest quality.

Dedicated to the brilliant music of the American composer Leonard Bernstein, this concert will be celebrating the 55th year since the composition of his most famous musical “The West Side Story”. The concert which will be accompanied by a dinner will be held in the Palazzo’s delightful open-air courtyard which overlooks the bastions of Mdina and is set to be...

Exploring human form and distinctive environments with verve and curiosity, Swedish photographer Anna Runefelt has just relocated to Malta after six years living in London. After an assignment introduced her to these shores, Anna decided to upend her busy life in the UK in favour of the small island’s inspiring aesthetic qualities. The collection is the result of a spontaneous...

Trumpet player Effie Azzopardi along with Ryan Portelli on drums and Yuri Charyguine on electric accordion and bass guitar, will gather on Friday 22nd June 2012 at 8pm for an informal open air gig which will take place in the picturesque courtyard of the 17th century Palazzo de Piro. .

On Wednesday 6th of June at 8pm, contemporary Maltese ethnic music group Trania will play a selection of their music from the album along with other original tunes ‘live’ in the courtyard, marking the launch of their debut CD.

In May, Palazzo de Piro Cultural Centre in Mdina will be paying tribute to mothers and women around the world.
The Palazzo, already a landmark in its own right, is inviting established Maltese singer Nadine Axisa to launch a series of open air concerts performed in the picturesque courtyard.

Throughout history people have used flowers to express their feelings of love and friendship, enhance their surroundings, and engage in various rituals.
Maltese Master Florist Ms Therese Sullivan, Honoree Member of the Malta Floral Club, has more than 40 year experience in Flower Arrangements. Her beautiful and innovative designs have won her a solid reputation within the Maltese society.

We truly believe mothers' special day shouldn't be celebrated just once a year - all the more the reason to not resort to the usual last second "I Love You" card, perfume and flowers. Palazzo de Piro can help you plan ahead with a gift she’ll really love - Infinitely Xara's Mother’s Day Celebratory Lunch where we're making sure...

“Romancing Beethoven” features chamber music in Beethoven’s uniquely romantic style. The Cordia String Quartet will be performing “Romance in F major Op.50”, “Romance in G major Op.40”, ”12 German Dances Op. 8” and “Quartet in C minor Op.18”. The selected repertoire showcases some of Beethoven’s light and sparkling music evoking a romantic and effervescent atmosphere.

For one exceptional night, the Cathedral Museum makes available an original Gregorian Chant book from its unique collection. The Cappella Gregoriana Jubilate Deo, directed by renowned Maltese conductor Christopher Muscat, will perform live plainchant bringing new life to the centuries-old manuscript.
Immerse yourself in the tradition of Western plainchant which originated back in the 10th Century and let you treat with...

As part of the Medieval Mdina Festival, Show of Arms will be performing live sword battles around the city of Mdina on April 14 and 15, 2012.
On Saturday, April 14, Sword fighting expert, Maestro Daniel Sammut will be holding an introduction talk about the history and the techniques of sword fighting in Malta at Palazzo de Piro.

This seminar about Customer Care and improving your Communication Skills will increase your self-confidence and give you new skills and tools to enhance your guest experience. Featured Speaker: Miriam Ciantar, Image Consultant. Facilitator: David Bullock, National Director of Malta BNI and International Speaker.